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feijoa sellowiana hedge

A Feijoa sellowiana hedge brings year-round structure, beauty, and delicious fruit to your New Zealand garden. Also known as pineapple guava or guavasteen, Feijoa sellowiana is an evergreen shrub prized for its glossy green foliage, exotic flowers, and abundant, tangy-sweet fruit. Whether you’re seeking a fast-growing privacy screen, windbreak, or an edible boundary, a feijoa sellowiana hedge is both practical and visually appealing—perfect for urban gardens, lifestyle blocks, or coastal areas.

Feijoa sellowiana

Feijoa sellowiana, commonly known as Brazilian Guava or Pineapple Guava, is one of the original Feijoa varieties from which many new varieties have been bred. This late-season producer bears fruit in autumn, which is medium-sized and very tasty. This evergreen shrub typically grows to 3 m tall and 2 m wide but is often trimmed to smaller sizes. Feijoa sellowiana is commonly grown for fruit production, trimmed into a hedge, used for screening, or added to a mixed planting. We recommend planting at least two varieties to provide for a more extended fruiting period and ensure better pollination.

Feijoa sellowiana fruit on a tree.
  • Suited to regions:
    All regions
  • Plant type:
    Fruit Trees
  • Height:
    3.00 m
  • Spread:
    2.00 m
  • Flowering time:
    Summer
  • Garden uses:
    Containers, Hedging, Screening
  • Garden styles:
    Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Tropical
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Why Grow a Feijoa sellowiana Hedge?

Feijoa sellowiana hedges are well-suited to New Zealand’s climate and soil, thriving from Northland to the lower South Island. The dense, upright growth habit makes it an ideal living fence for privacy or shelter, while the silver-backed leaves bring a unique textural element to the landscape. In late spring, the hedge bursts into stunning red-and-white blossoms, attracting birds and bees, before setting the delicious feijoa fruit that Kiwis love.

A feijoa sellowiana hedge is also drought-tolerant once established and surprisingly low-maintenance. Simple annual pruning after fruiting encourages healthy growth and maintains your desired shape—whether you prefer a formal trimmed hedge or a more natural, free-form look.

How to Plant and Care for Your Feijoa Hedge

To establish a feijoa sellowiana hedge, plant trees 1–1.5 metres apart in full sun or part shade. Well-drained soil with organic matter is ideal. Water regularly during the first season and mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Feed annually with a slow-release fertiliser—happy feijoas mean better hedging and bigger harvests.

When it comes to variety, select an assortment to ensure reliable cross-pollination and bumper crops. Popular cultivars for hedging include Feijoa 'Mammoth', Feijoa 'Opal Star', Feijoa 'Unique', Feijoa 'Apollo', and the compact Feijoa 'Bambina', ideal for smaller gardens or tighter spaces.

Companion Planting Ideas

Feijoa hedges blend seamlessly with other fruiting trees and shrubs. Try combining your feijoa sellowiana hedge with productive favourites such as Plum Shiro, Plumcot Spring Satin (Plumcot Trees), or Apple Waltz (Waltz Apple) for an edible landscape that offers seasonal interest and a continuous harvest. For subtropical variety, Avocado 'Fuerte' makes a striking partner—just ensure both have enough room to thrive. For a spring treat, consider Pear Doyenne du Comice (Comice Pear Tree) alongside your feijoa rows.

The Reward: A Tasty and Versatile Hedge

Choosing a feijoa sellowiana hedge means enjoying lush greenery year-round, easy care, and a bounty of uniquely flavoured fruit. From fresh eating to autumn preserves, feijoas are incredibly versatile and uniquely Kiwi. With careful planning and variety selection, your feijoa hedge will be a centrepiece of productivity, privacy, and beauty in the garden for years to come.


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